Community Committees were set up in Leeds to ensure
that the views and opinions of everyone in its diverse communities
were heard and represented and informed any decision making that
took place. They hold four public meetings a year, where Elected
Members make localised decisions that affect communities, in
particular around funding for projects that address priorities
agreed by the committee.
Community Committees are involved in engagement
activity with local communities, which consider issues that concern
its residents. This local engagement may influence decisions on
things such as environmental improvements, community safety, health
& wellbeing, employment, as well as issues that affect young
people.
Areas covered by the Outer South Community Committee
are:
· Ardsley & Robin
Hood
· Middleton Park
· Morley North
· Morley South
·
Rothwell
Community Committees also have a number of budgets
that they are responsible for, allocating funding every year for
both community projects for adults and youth activities for young
people. Small grants are available for up to £1000 per ward
and large grants are available for anything over £1000 in a
single ward.
Want to know more, or get involved? If so, please
contact the Communities Team on: communitycommitteefunding@leeds.gov.uk